Night Shift Psychiatric Nurse RN $5K Sign-On Bonus

River Oaks Hospital; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Challenging work environment

Growth opportunities

Excellent medical plan

401k with company match

Job summary

River Oaks Hospital in New Orleans is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse (RN) to join our night-shift team. You will provide compassionate, patient-centered mental health care in a dynamic hospital environment, with opportunities to rotate to day shifts as needed.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, accurate documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills in psychiatric care, experience in behavioral health, and a

Qualifications

• Valid RN license current in Louisiana.
• Experience in psychiatric or behavioral health settings.
• ER nursing experience is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of mental health assessment tools and crisis intervention strategies.
• Experience with memory care or developmental disabilities is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to emergencies with de-escalation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric nursing care including crisis intervention and stabilization.
• Perform thorough patient assessments and monitor vital signs and mental status.
• Administer medications and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation in line with HIPAA regulations.
• Educate patients and families about mental health conditions and options.
• Respond promptly to emergencies using crisis management protocols.

Skills

RN license

Psychiatric care

Crisis intervention

Medication administration

Communication skills

Job description

River Oaks Hospital in New Orleans is seeking a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse (RN) to join our night-shift team. You will provide compassionate, patient-centered mental health care in a dynamic hospital environment, with opportunities to rotate to day shifts as needed.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, accurate documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills in psychiatric care, experience in behavioral health, and a